I'll bet Marie Laveau http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Laveau had this coin at some point, REALLY. Your right the history just OOZE's from that coin! :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: B
I've been looking for one of those in that condition for quite some time... and yes if only time could tell. Nice FR-01 Piece.
not too bad in this condition (less than $50). Here is it's half dollar twin: I picked this one up for $5 or $6 a couple of years back and it was my first seated half. Very cool coins indeed!